MDJ Script/ Top Stories for November 28th

Publish Date:  November 28th

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From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. 

Today is Thursday, November 28th and Happy Birthday to Dave Righetti

***11.28.24 - BIRTHDAY – DAVE RIGHETTI***

I’m Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. 

Police: Mother to be Charged in Newborn's Death in Marietta
Man Receives Life for Killing Mableton Woman
The Fielding Lewis Chapter Honors “The Poppy Lady”

Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on how to store food when you lose power

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STORY 1: Police: Mother to be Charged in Newborn's Death in Marietta

A 17-year-old mother, Leticia Rodriguez, is facing criminal charges after being found digging a grave for her deceased, mutilated newborn in Marietta. Police discovered the baby's body wrapped in a blanket and placed in a plastic bag. It's unclear if the baby was born alive or stillborn, with the cause of death under investigation by the Cobb County Medical Examiner. Rodriguez's uncle alerted police, and the family has been cooperative despite language barriers. Rodriguez, who had no assistance during childbirth, faces charges of concealing a death, abuse, and abandoning a dead body, with more charges possible.

STORY 2: Man Receives Life for Killing Mableton Woman

Hugho Pacheco, 52, pleaded guilty to malice murder and aggravated sexual battery for killing Yuridiana Villalobos, 58, in her Mableton home. He was sentenced to life in prison. On April 25, 2023, Villalobos' daughters witnessed Pacheco, her boyfriend, standing over her after a gunshot. He fled the scene, attempting to leave the country, but was arrested in Texas by U.S. Marshals. One daughter revealed Pacheco had been sexually abusing her. Cobb District Attorney Flynn Broady Jr. praised the children's bravery and law enforcement's swift action, ensuring Pacheco will never harm again.

STORY 3: The Fielding Lewis Chapter Honors “The Poppy Lady”

 The Fielding Lewis Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution donated copies of "The Poppy Lady" by Barbara Elizabeth Walsh to Marietta's elementary schools. The book tells the story of Moina Bell Michael, a Georgia woman who popularized the red poppy as a tribute to veterans after World War I. Vice Regent Melissa Tanner and librarian Julie Cone presented the books to eight schools, where they were received by the media specialists. The red poppy is now globally recognized as a symbol of remembrance for service members.

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STORY 4: PEACH PASS Prepares Customers for Launch of New Website, Mobile App

The State Road and Tollway Authority is launching an enhanced customer service experience for Peach Pass users, featuring a revamped website and mobile app starting Dec. 17. This upgrade requires migrating all existing accounts, temporarily suspending access to account information from Dec. 12-16. Customers should update payment details by Dec. 11 and note that toll processing may be delayed. The new Peach Pass Go! Mobile App will focus on account services, while the Peach Pass Verify app will handle carpool registrations for toll-free I-85 Express Lane trips. Users should update their contact info and prepare for the transition.

STORY 5: East Cobb Author Honored in 2024 American Writing Awards

The 2024 American Writing Awards saw a record number of submissions across 82 categories. East Cobb author Vera Bell was a finalist in the Fiction, Romance category with her book "Into the Lure of Time." For more details, you can visit the American Writing Awards website or Vera Bell's author site.

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And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on how to store food when you lose power

*** INGLES 4 'ASK LEAH' LOST POWER***

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